Postdoctoral Researcher

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Information Theory, Probability and Statistics Unit
Position ID:
3508 -POSTDOC1 [#26677]
Position Title:
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
Onna-son, Okinawa 904-0495, Japan
Subject Areas:
Information Theory, Probability Theory, Statistics
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2025/06/23, listed until 2025/12/23)
Position Description:
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Position Description
We are seeking two highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Researchers to join our unit. 
The successful candidates will work closely with the head of the unit and team to conduct research, publish findings, and contribute to the advancement of our research agenda.
The work is at the intersection of Information Theory and Probability Theory; 
The main areas of interest include (but are not restricted to) the following: 
- information measures; 
- concentration of measure; 
- concentration of measure in non-classical settings (non iid, heavy tails, ...); 
- hypothesis testing in non-classical settings (non iid, heavy tails, ...); 
- properties (contraction) of Markovian and non-Markovian operators on probability measures; 
- variational characterisations of information measures; 
Responsibilities 

Conduct original research in the areas described above

Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences 

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and lead project initiatives 

 Qualifications (Required) 

 PhD in Information Theory, Mathematics or related fields

 Strong research skills and a solid track record of publications 

 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

 Knowledge of Measure Theory and Functional Analysis is appreciated. 

Submission Documents (to be sent via email to amedeo.esposito@oist.jp)

• Cover letter (English) 
• Curriculum vitae (English)
• Research Statement (English)
• Names and contact information of 2-3 referees, one of which should be a previous employer

For more information visit 
 https://www.oist.jp/careers/postdoc-information-theory-probability-and-statistics-unit  ;
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University was established in 2011 to contribute to the development of science and technology worldwide and to serve as a hub of innovation in Okinawa. OIST is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, which offers a 5-year PhD program and brings together outstanding researchers from across the country and across disciplines to conduct cutting-edge scientific research. The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking a beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding. To facilitate multidisciplinary research, there are no academic departments. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration. English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research, and our unwavering commitment to scientific and technological innovation is dedicated to generating progress that will fuel Okinawa's economic growth.
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Contact: Amedeo Roberto Esposito

Email:

Postal Mail:

1919-1 Tancha, Onna, Kunigami District, Okinawa 904-0412, Japan

Web Page: https://www.oist.jp/research/research-units/itps